East Africa In-Depth

BM-28857

5.0Based on

16 days

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WOW WOW WOW, this was the trip of a lifetime! I felt like I got an in-depth experience in each of the countries we visited. I didn’t expect to see so many animals so up-close and I also got to know a bit about some of the local culture and tribes in the areas we visited. Seeing two species of wild apes plus elephants and big cats and zebra and hippos and antelope and beautiful birds was astounding!

Emily B | Traveled in February

5 - Excellent

Carbon neutral

16 daysDuration

Small Group TourUsually 8-12 participants

12 peopleMaximum group size

15 - 100 yearsAge range for participants

EnglishGuide language

Challenging

Demands good physical fitness and stamina for more intense or extended activities.

Starts

Ends

Nairobi, Kenya

Kigali, Rwanda

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Highlights

Explore the Masai Mara National Reserve.

Visit a Samburu village.

Take in views of the Great Rift Valley.

Admire a family of mountain gorillas in their natural habitat.

Trek to see chimpanzees in Uganda.

Keep your eyes peeled for the plentiful elephant and hippo populations in Queen Elizabeth National Park

Itinerary

Venture deep into the wilds of Kenya and Rwanda on the 'East Africa In-Depth' trip, a 16-day wildlife tour designed for experienced travelers seeking authentic encounters and physical challenge. Starting in Nairobi and ending in Kigali, this journey takes you from the edge of Lake Nakuru National Park to the heart of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park and Kibale’s lush forests. Encounter Africa’s iconic wildlife on multiple safari drives, trek with gorillas and chimpanzees, and immerse yourself in the rhythms of local communities through meaningful village visits. The trip’s unique selling point is its rare combination of intensive wildlife experiences and cultural immersion, making it a dream tour package for adventurers who want more than just a traditional safari. Every day promises new discoveries and unforgettable moments under the African sky.

day 1Nairobi

Arrive at any time.
There are no planned activities until an evening welcome meeting.

Accomodation

The Landmark Suites Westlands (or similar)

Included Activity

Meet Your CEO and Group Duration : 1.0 hr

Optional Activities

Bomas of Kenya Tour This tour gives you a glimpse into the life of 42 different tribes of the country that make up Kenya's rich culture. Get a better understanding of village life by visiting homesteads and enjoy a display and sounds of folk dances performed. Entrance fee and hotel pick-up included., The Carnivore Restaurant Feast on a range of familiar and exotic meats roasted over an open flame barbecue pit. Ever wanted to try ostrich or crocodile? Here's your chance to do so (at a world-renowned restaurant, at that). Price includes the price of a meal (without a beverage) and hotel pick-up., National Museum Take a stroll through this museum to get a better understanding of Kenya's rich heritage through a range of cultural and natural-history exhibits. Learn more about the region's bird population at the Birds of East Africa exhibit, a huge gallery of at least 900 stuffed specimens. Get a refreshing take on Kenyan history counterpoint to colonial historiographies at the Historia Ya Kenya display. Entrance fee and hotel pick-up included. , Karen Blixen Museum Converted from the former home of pioneer coffee farmer and acclaimed writer Karen Blixen, this museum provides visitors insight into life of a Danish settler in pre-Independence Kenya. Take a walk through the home, and magnificent gardens that provide a stunning view of the Ngong hills. Hotel pick-up and entrance fee included.

day 2Nairobi/Samburu National Reserve

day 3Samburu National Reserve

day 4Samburu National Reserve/Lake Nakuru National Park

day 5Lake Nakuru National Park

day 6Lake Nakuru National Park/Masai Mara

day 7Masai Mara

day 8Masai Mara/Nairobi

day 9Nairobi/Kampala

day 10Kampala/Fort Portal

day 11Kibale National Park

day 12Kibale NP/Queen Elizabeth NP

day 13Queen Elizabeth National Park

day 14Queen Elizabeth NP/Bwindi Impenetrable NP

day 15Gorilla Trekking

day 16Bwindi/Kigali

What's Included

Accommodation

Standard hotel (3 nts), full-service camping (4 nts), simple furnished tents/rooms (8 nts).

Meals

15 breakfasts, 11 lunches, 10 dinners
Note: Allow USD190-250 for meals not included.

Transport

7-seat 4x4 safari van, plane, private van, walking.All transport between destinations and to/from included activities

Guide

CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout, certified driver/guide, camp crew, experienced gorilla trackers, local guides.

Included activities

Your G for Good Moment: Amani Ya Juu Lunch, NairobiYour G for Good Moment: Nyamirambo Women's Centre, Local Lunch, KigaliYour Welcome Moment: Meet Your CEO and GroupSamburu village visit and wildlife safari drivesSafari in Lake Nakuru National Park and Masai Mara National ReserveGuest farm stay near Kibale National ParkChimpanzee trekBigodi Community lunchQueen Elizabeth National Park wildlife safari drivesGuided gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable National ParkVisit to Kigali Genocide MuseumAll national park fees and trekking permitsInternal flight

What's Excluded

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